Supply Chain Professional Development Program (PDP) - Class of 2026

Supply Chain Professional Development Program (PDP) – Class of 2026

Join BASF for our 2-year cross-functional Supply Chain Professional Development Program (PDP), where you'll immerse yourself in our dynamic Operations and Supply Chain teams. This rotational program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working on impactful projects that support our business objectives. You’ll collaborate closely with seasoned professionals, gaining insights into our supply chain processes and strategies.

This experience will equip you with essential skills in logistics, inventory management, and process optimization. Our program is designed to accelerate your career growth by providing you with leadership opportunities and strategic insights critical for a successful future in supply chain management.

We welcome applicants who are mobile-minded and open to relocation, as the program is comprised of three 8-month rotations in different locations across the U.S. This will enhance your exposure to diverse business environments and deepen your understanding of our global operations.

Are you ready to create change?

In our Supply Chain program, no two days are alike. You'll engage in a dynamic environment where you'll tackle diverse challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and adapt to rapidly changing situations. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and problem-solve in real-time, making every day an exciting and unique experience.

Some key areas of impact may include:

• Customer support, planning (demand, import, raw material, or production), project or operational based elective
• Ensuring that goods and services flow efficiently from suppliers to customers which will enhance your ability to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency
• Coordinating transportation, warehousing, and distribution. Utilize your strong analytical skills to assess routes, manage shipping costs, and ensure timely deliveries, all while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Overseeing the supply of products to meet customer demand. This involves monitoring stock levels, forecasting demand, and implementing inventory control systems. Mastery in this area helps prevent losses due to excess inventory and reduces costs associated with holding inventory, thereby increasing profitability.
• Continuous assessment and improvement of business processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize productivity. This could involve implementing new technologies, redesigning workflows, or adopting lean methodologies.

Unlock Your Potential: More than Just a Job

Professional Development:

Exposure to applications and digital tools such as PowerBI, CoPilot, and SAP. At the end of each rotation, you will present your impact during your rotation to your peers, BASF employees, and senior leaders, showcasing your impact and contributions.

Mentorship:

Each participant will be assigned a peer mentor and Executive Mentor. Peer mentors are full-time program participants and serve as a guide throughout the program. You will develop your expertise and the ability to network at senior levels throughout BASF and establish mentoring relationships that could span your whole career. Each program participant is assigned an Executive Mentor which connects seasoned, high-level executives with individuals to offer guidance, support, and knowledge sharing. This mentorship emphasizes the development of leadership skills, the navigation of complex challenges, and the cultivation of strategic thinking, all aimed at accelerating career advancement and improving overall leadership effectiveness.

Networking:

Program participants have the opportunity to participate in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at their site. Successfully engaging across the business throughout your rotations will expand your network, allow you to grow personally and professionally, and learn a variety of valuable skill sets.

Benefits:

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.

Your Unique Blend: What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate for our Professional Development Program at BASF is a recent graduate or current Senior majoring in Supply Chain or Logistics, with a graduation date between May 2025 and July 2026.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions and be willing to relocate anywhere in the country during and after the program, as all assignments are in-person or hybrid.
• Candidates should demonstrate previous leadership experience and academic achievement, along with active participation in extracurricular activities and on-campus organizations.
• Previous internship/co-op experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with tools such as PowerBI, SAP, and advanced Excel proficiency is a plus, along with a strong interest in the manufacturing or chemical industry. Familiarity with AI tools such as CoPilot is a plus. Project management experience is also beneficial.

Throughout the two-year program, participants will engage across various business areas, expanding their networks and developing valuable skills. Mobility is crucial, with potential locations including New Jersey, Michigan, North Carolina, Texas, and Louisiana.

We are always working to form the best team—especially from within, with an emphasis on lifelong learning and career development!